FSSAI certification is mandatory for all businesses involved in activities related to food, including its manufacturing, processing, storage, distribution, and sale. Below is a detailed list of entities and individuals who need to apply for FSSAI certification:
1. Food Manufacturers
- Large-scale food production units.
- Small-scale and cottage industries.
- Repackers or relabelers of food products.
- Units producing specific items such as dairy, meat, beverages, or processed foods.
2. Food Processors
- Businesses involved in processing raw ingredients into finished or semi-finished food products.
- Examples: Canning units, freezing units, and dehydrated food manufacturers.
3. Food Storage Units
- Warehouses and cold storage facilities where food is stored before distribution or sale.
4. Food Distributors
- Agents, brokers, or other entities distributing food to retailers or other distributors.
5. Food Retailers
- Grocery stores, supermarkets, and retail outlets selling packaged or loose food products.
6. Transporters
- Businesses involved in the transportation of food products, especially perishable items like dairy, meat, or fruits.
7. Wholesalers
- Bulk sellers of food items, including packaged goods and raw food ingredients.
8. Restaurants and Catering Services
- Hotels, restaurants, cafés, and food delivery platforms like Swiggy and Zomato.
- Catering services for events, airlines, railways, etc.
9. Food Importers and Exporters
- Businesses engaged in the import or export of food products must obtain an FSSAI Central License.
10. Online Food Sellers
- E-commerce platforms selling food products directly to customers (e.g., Amazon, Flipkart Grocery).
- Online kitchens or cloud kitchens.
11. Packagers
- Units involved in the packaging of food products, ensuring their safety and quality during storage and distribution.
12. Petty Food Businesses
- Small-scale businesses with an annual turnover of less than ₹12 lakh, such as:
- Roadside vendors and hawkers.
- Temporary food stalls.
- Cottage industries producing handmade food items.
Exemptions
- Individuals or entities engaged in very small-scale food activities like home-based tiffin services might require only Basic FSSAI Registration instead of a full license.
Key Takeaways
- If your business involves any stage of food handling—from production to serving—it requires FSSAI certification.
- The type of license (Basic, State, or Central) depends on the scale, turnover, and nature of the business.
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